Free Video Downloader

Video Downloader is a free and useful browser extension for downloading online videos

Free Video Downloader - Efficient Chrome Video Downloading Extension

Free Video Downloader is a Chrome extension that enables effortless downloading of online videos. It supports all known video formats including mp4, webm, mpeg, and ogg along with HTTP Live Streaming (HLS) videos. It's simple to use - just play the desired video, click the extension and select your preferred video file. Ideal for downloading movies for long trips or Instagram and TikTok videos. Note: due to YouTube's privacy policy, YouTube videos cannot be downloaded.

Extension stats

Manifest V3
Users: 200,000+
Rating: 3.87
(384)
Version: 0.0.24 (Last updated: 2023-01-09)
Creation date: 2021-05-11
Permissions:
  • webRequest
  • downloads
  • scripting
  • storage
  • declarativeNetRequest
Host permissions:
  • <all_urls>
Size: 9.15M
Full description: See detailed description

Other platforms

Free Video Downloader (v0.0.22)
16,889+ 3.50 (25)

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Easy to use and user-friendly interface
  • Works well for downloading videos from various sites
  • Efficient and fast downloads
  • Highly recommended by users
  • Reliable for specific platforms like VKontakte
Cons
  • Doesn't work with YouTube due to policy restrictions
  • Has issues with downloading large videos or stopping midway
  • No option to specify download location or where files are saved
  • Occasional problems with detecting videos on some platforms
  • Ad interruptions and download limitations on certain sites
Most mentioned
  • Inability to download from YouTube
  • User-friendly and efficient interface
  • Problems with large video downloads stopping before completion
  • Reliable download for VKontakte videos
  • No clear download location for saved files
User reviews
Scam, inserts affiliate links to Amazon visits.
by Dr Alan D. Thompson, 2025-03-11

Пока что это единственное, что качает видео из вконтакта. Качество видео только плохое очень. Но ничего лучше не нашёл, поиски продолжаются
by Максим П, 2025-03-06

Great extension! Very useful and easy to use. Highly recommended!" "Awesome tool! Works perfectly and saves a lot of time."
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Free Video Downloader requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details
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Risk likelihood

Free Video Downloader has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

Risk likelihood analysis details
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